Karanjgaon

Karanjgaon is a village located in Niphad tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Niphad (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Karanjgaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Karanjgaon unique in its vibrant Niphad-Nashik region. You’ll see Karanjgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Karanjgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanjgaon is 551392. The village spans a total geographical area of 1618.62 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Karanjgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karanjgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Niphad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Karanjgaon

According to the 2011 Census, Karanjgaon has a total population of about 5,256, with approximately 2,690 males and 2,566 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 592 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 497 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,088. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.76%, with male literacy at about 82.38% and female literacy near 68.82%. There are around 1,050 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanjgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,256 2,690 2,566
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 592 302 290
Scheduled Castes (SC) 497 244 253
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,088 538 550
Literate Population 3,982 2,216 1,766
Illiterate Population 1,274 474 800

Connectivity of Karanjgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanjgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Karanjgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karanjgaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Karanjgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanjgaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karanjgaon

Where is Karanjgaon located?
Karanjgaon village is situated in Niphad Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karanjgaon?
Karanjgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Karanjgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanjgaon is 5,256, with 2,690 males and 2,566 females.
How many households are there in Karanjgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karanjgaon village has a total of 1,050 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karanjgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanjgaon is 75.76%. The male literacy rate is 82.38%, while the female literacy rate is 68.82%.